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Pipe and Bowl 27x21 Artist Proof

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Norman Rockwell (1894-1978) Pipe and Bowl, 1926 Cover illustration for The Saturday Evening Post, (February 6, 1926) Media print lithography on paper

Originally created for the February 6, 1926 edition of The Saturday Evening Post, this 26.5 by 21 inch lithograph was hand proofed and printed by Atelier Ettinger. The edition consists of 320 prints, 200 were numbered and 60 artist proofs were signed in pencil by Norman Rockwell. An additional 35 prints were pencil signed and designated with Roman numerals, and 25 deluxe prints were printed on Nacre (Japon) paper. Pipe and Bowl was the first Saturday Evening Post cover to appear in full color. This cover depicts a colonial artist painting a sign for "Ye Pipe and Bowl Tavern." This cover was most likely Rockwell's way of relating to his own kindred spirit from 1785 - the colonial sign painter. The subject of the cover took in the patriotic obligations of the month, the identity of the magazine and its association with Ben Franklin and the Colonial period, the tradition of humor.

The model for this painting was James K. Van Brunt, whom Post editor George Lorimer asked Rockwell not to use so often because his mustache was too identifiable. Rockwell reluctantly convinced Van Brunt to shave off his mustache but when he did Rockwell was disappointed. He said, "When I saw the result I was even more upset. Mr. Van Brunt's lower lip stuck out beyond his upper lip by about an inch and was just as identifying as the mustache."

The purchase of any limited edition Norman Rockwell prints is accompanied by an Authenticity Certificate signed by our Museum Director, a complimentary one-year Museum family membership, and care and handling instructions for the print. Payment plans are available. All hand signed reproduction print purchases contribute directly to the Norman Rockwell Museum to preserve and present the art and legacy of Norman Rockwell. Please contact us for more information at 413.931.2237 or 800.742.9450 Or Email: MDuffy@nrm.org

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